20 Best XBox One Games For Kids and Toddlers In 2024

Design

One of the coolest features that are designed into this game is the ability for the kids to be able to design and create their own vehicles. There are thousands of possibilities and tons of accessories that they will just go nuts for. Between each game, they are able to redesign their vehicle by adding new wheels, changing the paint color, adding decals, and so much more. Not only are they able to use their imagination, but they can put their creativity right on display.

Effectiveness

Not many games are action packed to allow the kids to be able to express themselves in a creative way. This arcade style soccer game is an awarding winning game for a reason. It offers not only an action packed fun on the field with vehicle mayhem, but it also teaches about physics and how they match up with driving. The game is easy to understand, allows kids to create awesomeness, and is super easy to play and understand. It is a very effective game for everyone in the family. It is a great addition to game night.

Value

Winning over 150 awards for “Game of the Year” this game has earned that award proudly. It is a hybrid game that offers a high powered game of competition that can be played live online with or offline is season mode. This gives the game multiple platforms that are a great value for families that do not always have access to the internet.

Design

This game features features the voices of famous actors such as Patton Oswalt, Scott Porter, Bill West, Corey Feldman, Paul Ruebens and more. Kids make all the decisions in this game. Kids will play as Jesse, who is making the way across the Over World with friends. However, terror is unleashed and it is up to your child to save all of Minecraft!

Effectiveness

Kids will learn valuable life skills such as social development and educational development in the Minecraft Story Mode game. It is a great chance for them to learn to work with others in order to solve difficult problems. Also, the graphics and storylines in this game will inspire many kids’ imaginations.

Value

This game is episodic, which means there is more than one level or storyline. With internet, parents can download additional storylines as they are released. This is a great game for a great value, and it keeps growing with more storylines so the fun never stops!

Design

The product includes a disc with 17 next-generation types of track. There are also 10 downloadable cars, which the Top Gear experts selected as part of the product’s bonus. The graphics engine is all new and it allows for the delivery of texture that you can feel and air that can make the experience closer to reality. You can enjoy all these at a resolution of 1080 and frames of 60 per second.

Effectiveness

Forza 5: Game of the Year Edition is a game that delivers a graphics system that you can almost feel at 1080p and 60 frames per second. The game includes 17 next-generation challenging tracks and a bonus of 10 downloadable cars. The bonus cars have been hand selected by car experts at the Top Gear Company.  This game was designed from the ground specifically to capture and use the power of the XBOX One and the cloud. Playing this game works hand-eye coordination while using fine motor skills. While racing away on this game kids use problem-solving skills and works on enhancing their memory.

Value

What we like about the game is the fact that large size families can play it. It is also practical because families don’t have to store game pieces that may get lost during plays or when stored in the cabinet.

Design

The design of the game offers a challenge that allows the kids to be able to team up characters that are from the Pixar movies. They join together to work through challenges. Each of the levels players work with the other characters in a cooperative style game that is designed to have them work together on screen or over join together virtually.

Effectiveness

Solving puzzles, uncovering secret areas of the game, meeting new friends, and working together creates a whole new world to discover each and every time that the game is played. This is a game that is effective for allowing the kids to explore and discover each time that they pick up those controllers. AS each adventure unlocks more places to explore the progression through the game will always leave with them waiting to play more.

Value

The kids will work together to explore and discover each world is this game they will not be disappointed in the quality. The fast paced adventure offers characters and adventures from many of the Pixar movies. This creates a one of a kind adventure that is truly valued by the kids. Because they are able to experience everything and everyone that they love from the movies all in one place it is hard not to value the game as an awarding winning experience for all.

Design

He learns to jump, stomp, double-jump and so much more. Created on a 2D platform, the game does not have levels, but the gamer fights their way through spikes, shooting enemies, spikes, fatal brambles, and so much more.

Effectiveness

It features a map-like stretch with a wider classic Castlevania, a pinch of Metroid as well as a dash of Zelda. Your kid learns how to solve problems and look for solutions in diverse but simple ways. They learn that new powers are not always applicable in every action, but only when they are needed to solve a puzzle. For example, blocks are used to hold death-rays or channel enemy fire.

Value

The game has a certain elegance at the opening sequel that translates to how your kid will move through the game. It’s a perfect combination of elegance, challenge, and fun.

Design

The Just Dance line produces one new game each year, all featuring the top hits in the review. 2017 showcased hits like “Let Me Love You” (DJ Snake feat. Justin Bieber), “Into You” (Ariana Grande), “Cheap Thrills” (Sia feat. Sean Paul), and dozens more.

Effectiveness

With forty top hits and access to stream over 200 other popular songs, this game will never get hold. You can select your level of difficulty, and multiple people can play at once. Get your steps and exercise in while bonding with your family and enjoying the latest on the music scene.

Value

The Just Dance series produces high quality, enjoyable games typically. The ability to play with your mobile phone as a controller is kind on storage space/consul organization and your wallets. And the company offers a free trial so your family can test out if they like it before purchasing.

Design

The game features more than 100 of the Marvel Universe’s super villains and super heroes. Aside from the ones mentioned already, you can also choose from Captain America, Black Widow, and many others. In addition, you will also enjoy new, powerful moves. You can also explore other iconic locations like Asgard, Asteroid M, and X Mansion. Lastly, one unique feature that players will surely like to discover and experiment on is the option to customize their own characters.

Effectiveness

Whether your child is playing as Thor, the Hulk, or Captain America, they will increase their fine-motor skills with every level they defeat. They can decide to journey through the levels alone or with a friend. Navigating through the game with a friend will not only enhance the fun but will also increase your child’s social skills while teaching them teamwork. The game will stimulate your child’s cognitive development as it requires them to solve problems and multitask through a variety of levels.

Value

With the game featuring more than 100 Marvel characters, your child can play as their favorite superhero. The adventures through the game will not only be fun but will also provide your child with developmental stimulation.

Design

The game features 10,000 Gamerscore and the all-new snapshot challenges that will test your basic skills. As you fight against Battletoads, you’ll discover exclusive looks and bonus content. The product offers 30 iconic games, 60-minute behind-the-scenes footage and interviews, and gameplay of more than 700 hours.

Effectiveness

This game was created to celebrate Rare’s 30th Anniversary. The disc includes 30 of their iconic games with jaw-dropping effects. Also included on the disc is one hour of behind-the-scenes interviews and footage as an added bonus. These are exclusive bonuses features to this disc only. This game will offer hours of fun adventure play for any kid while improving their fine motor skills and building a great problem-solving skill set. Playing this adventure game also improves the player’s brain speed, enhances their memory, and is a great source of fun learning.

Value

We like the fact that the latest Rare is a compilation of all the characters and adventures that different generations of players have come to know during the first three decades of its existence and availability. We also like the opening jingle, awesome rewind, and Chris Seavor’s appearance. The achievement support, challenge modes, high score attacks, and slick transitions are amazing and modernized. Lastly, we totally like the fact that it is affordable.

Design

The Monopoly game is the same premise with characters we know and love but set in a 3D world. Risk allows you to compete with players around the world. Trivial Pursuit Live! offers new question formats and diverse rounds. And Scrabble lets you play with the immediate members of your household, or buddies online.

Effectiveness

With four classic board games packed into one video game, you will definitely receive your money’s worth. With the game costing under $20, it is far cheaper than buying each board game separately. You will never have to feel the disappointment of not being able to play due to lost pieces. Trivial Pursuit Live! will increase your child’s language skills and encourage them to think as they will have to read questions and come with answers. Your child can improve their social skills as they play against players from around the world. Both Risk and Monopoly will enhance your child’s ability to think strategically. Scrabble will give your child the chance to show off their impressive vocabulary while also learning new words.

Value

You’ll get all of the challenge and excitement of your favorite board games without having to keep track of tiny pieces and to figure out where to store all of your board game boxes.

Design

A basic platform game designed to be achievable for all skill levels, Lucky’s Tale is a great way to immerse your children in a sweet, silly story with a wholesome message.

Effectiveness

Role Playing Games help players walk for a while in someone else’s shoes. They teach compassion, dexterity, fine motor skills, problem-solving, and all while engaging your child’s imagination.

Value

Lucky is a plucky, energetic hero worth playing as. The game delivers a strong thematic message of believing in yourself and your support system.

Design

What kids love about Stardew Valley is that it has bright and sunny graphics that mimic the 8-bit graphics that parents remember. The player inherits a farm from their grandpa, and it is up to them to bring the overgrown farm back to life! Gameplay includes planting, watering, and harvesting crops throughout the changing seasons. You can sell your crops for upgrades to your farm and gear.

Effectiveness

When planting time is done for the day, your journey doesn’t end! Spend your peaceful days getting to know and making friends with the colorful characters in the town, bringing the town community center back to life, fishing, or unearthing the mysteries in the town’s cave system.

Value

This quaint little game was nominated for plenty of awards, and it also won the game of the year from BAFTA Games. It has captured the imaginations of both kids and parents and is a must-buy for those in the market for a peaceful and family-friendly game.

Design

Gamers play as Beatrix Leboa, a brave little slime that leaves her homeworld to start a life as a slime Rancher. Using a jetpack, Beatrix explores the wide-open world looking for Slimes to catch and take back to her ranch. Traveling on a jet pack allows for fast and easy travel for exciting and fast-paced gameplay.

Effectiveness

What makes this option great for your little one is that the gameplay is simple enough for super young gamers, but engaging enough for some of your older gamers as well (which might include yourself). It also has a home base that players can customize and go back to visit the slimes that they collected throughout their travels.

Value

If you are looking for something that is a perfect starter option to get your children invested in bright and happy games, Slime Rancher is a great choice. It’s packed with adorable and happy slimes to bring a little bit of joy on those dark and rainy days playing inside.

Design

There are two separate modes of play. If your child loves to create and build, Minecraft is like a giant lego set. Using crafting materials found on the island, players can build large structures and decorate their very own virtual home. If exploration is more their thing, there is a wide-open world packed with new things to discover.

Effectiveness

What makes Minecraft timeless is that it is perfect for gamers of any age. Super young children love the simple controls and bright and cheery colors. Older kids love the combat system and crafting system used to make weapons and materials for their home base. Adults even love it because while the systems are quite simple, they have a lot of depth to them to even be engaging enough for parents to play once the little ones go to sleep!

Value

There is a reason that Minecraft is the highest-grossing game of all time. With bring and cheery graphics, a wild open world of possibilities, and simple controls, this is an option that is perfect for you and old gamers alike.

Design

In Crash Bandicoot, players jump and punch their way through countless obstacles to reach the end of each level. This 3D platformer, the player must solve puzzles and figure out a way to get to one end of the level to the next.

Effectiveness

The enemies in this world are kid-friendly, and the puzzles and obstacles aren’t too difficult for younger players to figure out. The colors are bright and friendly, and your kids will love traveling to new and interesting levels that move the story right along.

Value

If you are in the market for a classic remaster of an original, this is one of your best options. Parents may have grown up playing these games, and they can now offer the remastered trilogy for their kids to enjoy on a more modern system.

Design

The great thing about Terraria is that it starts off very slow so that players can get used to the controls. As time goes on, players feel more and more confident to venture away from their humble home base to unearth mysteries of the island on which your character lives. Much like in Minecraft, players collect materials from the world around them to build stronger weapons and a bigger house.

Effectiveness

Where Terraira strays from Minecraft is in the story progression. Players can only travel to new parts of the world once they defeat various bosses in certain areas of the map. The unlocking of new areas that are filled with new crafting materials makes Terraria an option kids will want to come back to again and again.

Value

Terraria may not be a game that most are familiar with, but it has a huge fanbase that loves it’s unique and innovative gameplay. Sometimes, the best options are simple and humble designs.

Design

The thing that all players love about this option is that it allows drivers to just roam around the countryside of Great Britain in a super-fast car and earn points that allow you to update your cars. Want to drive your car off of the side of a cliff? Go ahead, because there is a reward for that!

Effectiveness

Don’t worry, there are still races to attend in this option! When you are ready to take on a race, simply find the starting location on the mini-map and drive up to it. Once you hit the mark, the race will start. Players love that the controls are super easy to learn, but are quite complex as you try and rack up winning trophies to your collection.

Value

What makes this driving sim different from the rest is that it doesn’t lock you into structured racers. While racing is an option, unskilled drivers can just spend their days driving around country roads, jumping over bridges, and running into other cars on the road!

Design

What your children will love most about this game is that it has super sharp graphics that look exactly like a LEGO set come to life. As you child explores the bright and colorful world, they gain building materials meant to expand their LEGO set. Just like in real life, there are tins of different designs of bricks that can be used for various structures.

Effectiveness

This option allows children to explore different worlds, solve problems for the people living in those worlds, and flex their imagination as they build structures and items with the bricks that they pick up on their adventures. We also love that this option hosts a local multiplayer as well, although you will need an additional controller.

Value

If you are in the market for something that is child friendly for kids of all ages (even your adult kids!) and has absolutely no violence of combat of any kind, this LEGO Worlds is one of your best choices. It has super sharp graphics and an adorable style that looks just like the real thing!

Design

What players love most about this option is that the gameplay sucks you in and just doesn’t let you go. It is constantly introducing new items and abilities that keep you engaged, and has 5 levels that are all uniquely designed and are all different from each other so that it never gets boring.

Effectiveness

Another thing worth noting about this option is that it has fun and cartoon-like music that is a little goofy. The music changes with every level, so it’s always fun to see what kind of music each and every level brings. While it might be a classic platformer, there is a ton of innovation here so you child never gets bored.

Value

If you love options with fun and goofy characters, classic platforming gameplay with added innovative tricks, and bright and cheery colors (and music), Rayman Legends is worth a look. Many players feel that this is the very best option in the entire Rayman line, and that even includes many of the newer installments.

Design

To play, all players select an avatar as their player. Together, everyone works in a kitchen to try and complete orders out into the dining room. Players must coordinate together, or else it will be chaos! Overcooked! is a great way for your family to work together to complete a common goal, and leaves no one waiting on a controller for their turn. The more players, the more fun it is.

Effectiveness

The controls are fairly simple to learn and pick up, even for those that aren’t that experienced. We love cartoon-like graphics, funny character options, and cheerful music. There is no blood, profanity, or even combat… unless you are playing with a slacker in the kitchen that can’t pull his or her weight!

Value

Overcooked! + Overcooked! 2 is the perfect addition the next time you want to get the family together to have a little fun and a lot of laughter. This pack comes with the original game as well as the sequel that introduces new challenges and kitchen to keep you on your toes.

Design

The updated version of this classic racer that everyone loves cleaned up the graphics from the muddy 1999 release, and it also added a few new tracks. Players pick their Crash Team character, and race along colorful tracks inspired from previous Crash Bandicoot platformers.

Effectiveness

What makes this option great is that it can be played alone, or the whole family can join in for a fun and exciting racing night. We also love that unlike the original release, the Nitro-Fueled design offers an online multiplayer so you can play with your friends or complete strangers from all over the world!

Value

If you like the idea of a family racing night and want something that has been tried and tests are one of the best circuit racers of the past 20 years, Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled is worth checking out!